Tanasashi Seashore

Here is a picture of Mandy at the Tanasashi seashore taken over a year ago. Jeff, Lily and I went there Sunday, but didn't take any picutes. This is one of my favorite places to go but we haven't made it out there in ages. Besides the Pacific Ocean and rocks seen here in the photo there is a medatative like peace I associate with this lovely park.

For the first time we took a hike along the three mile trail. Usually we visit the beach or picnic in the park, but this time we strolled along the secluded trail. The day was perfect. Not hot or cold, a wisper of clouds in the sky. We were practically the only ones on the trail. On one side there were tall trees and flowers which walled us off from the outside world. On the other side of us was the ocean. At times there are many beautiful, rugged rocks in and around the water. Some of these boulders even have small trees growing out of them. At other times there are stretches of open beaches. Big crashing waves sounding as we walked. I collected a few shells. I have always found the sound and smells of the ocean refreshing. To be able to partake in such beauty privately while we strolled along a well maintained path is priceless.

This is truely one of my favorite places in the world. Perhaps the beauty is ordinary and it is the privacy that is so enchanting. We would occasionally walk past a family or little old ladies. They all still love our Lily. She was absolutely a perfect angel the entire trip. All told we were away from home over 4 hours. She ran along the big hills and down the trail for a bit but mostly rode in the carrier. We did not force Mandy to come along. She stayed home and enjoyed her weekend of sleep and tv.

Fall is nice here in Misawa. The temperatures are mild. The humidity is gone. The trees haven't started to change colors yet, but soon. It doesn't rain very often. It is just pleasant and comfortable. Plus, having the neighborhood kids is school all day is quite peaceful.

All told a lovely and free family adventure. Hope you had a great weekend too.